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Supporting Local Creative Talent
It was very cool to bump into Leyton-based Ricky from comic publisher Avery Hill in Parliament! Our constituency is a thriving hub for artists and the creative industries. We must focus discussions on protecting artists from AI misuse, ensuring that the rights of small businesses and artists are safeguarded.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
May 2


Monthly Roundup: April 2025
A very happy May to you all! From launching a campaign for step-free access at Snaresbrook to running the London marathon, it has been a packed April. Here is some of what I got up to:

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 30


Meeting with the City of London Corporation on Epping Forest & River Roding
The River Roding is such an important part of our community. I’ve been out in Epping Forest speaking with the City of London Corporation about how we can protect it and also enhance access to this green space.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 29


Workers Memorial Day
It was good to mark Workers’ Memorial Day with trade unions and constituents in Waltham Forest today. We paid tribute to those who have tragically lost their lives whilst simply going to work, both in Leyton and Wanstead and throughout our country.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 27


Cann Hall Safer Neighbourhoods Team
I recently took part in a community meeting alongside the Cann Hall Safer Neighbourhoods Team. We listened to residents' concerns about tackling local crime and antisocial behaviour.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 21


Sign my Petition to make Snaresbrook station step-free!
Snaresbrook Underground Station is a high footfall station which is completely inaccessible to many in our community due to the lack of step

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 14


Cuppa with a Councillor at Leytonstone Library
I was pleased to join Leytonstone Ward Councillors for their recent Cuppa with a Councillor session at Leytonstone Library – great to meet local residents and catch up with Clyde, Jenny and Marie!

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 13


Supporting leaseholders in Wanstead
This week I visited Buxton Lodge, Hood Lodge, and Lister Lodge in Wanstead with leaseholders and representatives from Newham London to discuss concerns around proposed major works and associated costs.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 11


London Council Speech: the housing crisis
Our city is the most affected by the housing crisis, and the terrible impacts on individuals and families are accompanied by rapidly rising pressure on our council finances, with the gap between need and funding identified as 17% by the Institute for Fiscal Studies, the largest in England.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 7


Christ Church - Wanstead Parish Ongoing Repairs Question
Christ Church in Wanstead contributes to our community in so many ways but sadly has some ongoing repair issues that need attention. The tow

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 6


Visit Wanstead Place Surgery
This week, I had the opportunity to visit Wanstead Place Surgery to better understand the challenges faced by primary care providers.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 4


South Woodford Walking Surgery
Today, I joined Councillor Joe Hehir for a roving surgery in South Woodford. A key focus of our discussions with constituents was tackling c

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Apr 3


Monthly Roundup: March 2025
As we move into April, I'm looking back on a packed March. From meeting local charities to school visits, here’s a small snapshot of what I’

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 31


Leyton Sixth Form College debate club visit
Good to meet students from Leyton Sixth Form College Debate club on Monday in parliament!
It was great to talk to students on what matte

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 30


Prostate cancer Man Van in Parliament
So positive to sponsor the Man Van to come into Parliament this week! 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in the UK, and early

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 29


Meeting Stone Rangers Women's Institute
I had a wonderful meeting with the Stone Rangers WI last week, discussing the issues that matter most to their 250 members across Leyton and

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 28


Meeting with Middle East Minister
This week I met with Hamish Falconer, the government minister for the Middle East to talk about the situation in Palestine and Israel.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 27


Visit to Gwyn Jones Primary School in Leytonstone
Last week I visited Gwyn Jones Primary School in Leytonstone where I met with the Headteacher Mrs Boutalbi and students in Year 6.

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 20


Tackling Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Leyton and Wanstead
Many in Leyton and Wanstead are impacted by anti-social behaviour, drug-crime, and shoplifting. Residents are tired of feeling unsafe due to

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 18


Wanstead High School Visit to Parliament
It was great to meet with Wanstead High School students after their tour of Parliament last week. Thanks to the School Council and Mr Wood f

Calvin Bailey MBE MP
Mar 17
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